The Gypsy Spudder

This Cable Tool Drilling Machine, Serial No. 5, was manufactured in Chanute, Kansas by Sutcliffe Pipe & Supply, Joe H. Sutcliffe, owner. Built in early 1949, this is the only known remaining machine.

"The Gypsy" was found on a farm east of Chanute, Kansas. It was moved to the Kansas Oil Museum in August 2008 to honor Joe H. and Velma Edith Sutcliffe, and their sons: Ronald F., Donald L. Terry J., and Dale D. Sutcliffe.

Donated by Ronald F. and Leah W. Sutcliffe of Midland, Texas.